I am in this mom's broad circle of friends. I have attended the church and just before halloween participated with the mother/child program involved in the scandal. "Daphne's mom" is a wonderful woman. Intelligent, friendly, and compassionate - as are her 3 or 4 closest friends. Because it is a church circle, I have not revealed my personal beliefs to them, but have felt all along that they belong here, not there. They are definately Christians, mind you. I know that they don't have some hidden agenda... it's just that they are smart, open-minded women, among the oppressive right-wing here in this part of the country. This may be their turning point. I certainly hope so.

ps. It is my understanding that the church didn't 'officially' approach her until two tything members with kids (who were part of the bullying) recently left the church.